By RJ “The Bullish Brahma” Reid
Introduction
It was a bright, sunny day in early April. The waters of the mighty Mississippi River were calm, like a sheet of glass. The partygoers onboard the stream powered showboat was enjoying their luxury cruise, laughing, savoring their drinks, and talking without a care in the world. Little did they know that lurking just under the surface of the still waters, a log was submerged. Just as the showboat approached the city of Memphis, Tennessee, it unexpectedly hit the submerged log. The ship started taking on water, the engines were unresponsive, and the passengers were all in a panic. Pandemonium ensued as the showboat captain ordered everyone to abandon ship. It was the end of the pleasure cruise for the yacht club members and showboats were never used again.
It is Week 2 of the United Football League (UFL) and it is an early season matchup of two undefeated teams as the 1-0 San Antonio Brahmas go on the road for the first time as they travel to Memphis to take on the 1-0 Memphis Showboats. Here’s what you need to know:
When?
Saturday, April 6, 2024 @ 11:00am CST.
Where?
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis, Tennessee.
Gameday Weather
It should be a great day for football in Memphis. The weather report indicates that it will be 64 degrees, partly cloudy with a 4% chance of rain and 7 mile per hour winds. Great weather for all those who love to tailgate.
Gambling Lines
For those you like to live on the edge, according to Draft Kings, the Brahmas are 2 point favorites and the over/under is 40.
History
This is the first matchup between the two teams.
3 Keys to Victory
The Brahmas need to restore and maintain discipline. They were penalized seven times against the Defenders and had two personal foul penalties in the same drive, which could have been disastrous. This was the only real blemish on an otherwise stellar performance against the Defenders.
The Brahmas need to improve on 3rd down conversions. They were only 1-8 on 3rd down against DC. They were 3-4 on 4th down plays, but 3rd downs needs to improve.
The Brahmas need to bull rush Case Cookus. He was sacked three times against the Houston Roughnecks and the Brahmas sacked Jordan Ta’amu four times.
Final Thoughts
The Brahmas are riding high after their convincing victory over the DC Defenders and are looking to build on that momentum. It should be another tough matchup as the Showboats also had an impressive victory over the Houston Roughnecks. Both teams boast strong defenses and points will be a hard earned. Fans should expect an exciting clash of undefeated teams duke it out. Somebody’s 0 has to go!